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Opinion – President’s China visit deepens historic ties

As a former Namibian Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China, I am genuinely encouraged by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s official visit to China.  In my view, it is one of the most significant foreign policy engagements since she assumed office. The visit is important for several reasons.  First, it marks her first official visit outside... The post Opinion – President’s China visit deepens historic ties appeared first on New Era .

New Era13 Jul 2026, 10:00 am
Opinion – President’s China visit deepens historic ties

As a former Namibian Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China, I am genuinely encouraged by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s official visit to China.

In my view, it is one of the most significant foreign policy engagements since she assumed office.

The visit is important for several reasons.

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First, it marks her first official visit outside the African continent as President.

That decision alone sends a powerful message about the strategic importance both Swapo and the Republic of Namibia attach to China.

It also reaffirms Namibia’s steadfast commitment to the One China Policy.

President Nandi-Ndaitwah travelled to China in her dual capacity as President of the Republic of Namibia and President of the Swapo Party.

It is equally significant that her visit coincided with the 105th anniversary of the Communist Party of China (CPC), underscoring the enduring political ties between the two governing parties.

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Originally published by New Era on 13 Jul 2026, 10:00 am. View original article
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